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Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.
Role:
Under the supervision of the Production Manager and teaming with the alignment technologists and technicians, the alignment engineer will lead alignment activities related to antenna products AI&T.
Responsibilities:
- Define alignment references and provide ICD information (client required)
- Provide inputs on alignment philosophies for proposals and TOBs (Technical review)
- Act as a GD&T specialist for the purpose of DFMA (design for manufacturing and assembly)
- Document and track lessons learned in the product design phase
- Prepare in Spatial Analyzer software the measurement files
- Support the design of alignment MGSE (mechanical ground support equipment)
- Promote personal and product safety
- Promote good alignment practices within the team and outside
- Follow-up on tooling procurement and assembly activities
- Monitor measurement instruments health and calibration statuses
- Provide inputs for capital spending plan
- Provide inputs on alignment philosophies for proposals and TOBs
- Document alignment processes
- Improve the alignment processes by automating as much as possible the activities (software and/or spreadsheets development);
- Plan and coordinate alignment activities for each project
- Write alignment procedures and various MPS (Manufacturing process specifications)
- Support NCR follow-ups as needed
- Analyze measurement data (calculation matrix in spreadsheets, data comparison and validation)
- Write alignment reports
- Support DRB/TRB with customers
- Train other engineers and technicians in a continuous improvement environment
- Perform other related activities
Minimum qualifications required:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years of experience
- Experience in GD&T, Alignment and metrology
- Strong in Math and Matrix Manipulation
- Very good knowledge of software (Spatial Analyzer, V-STARS, Aicon 3D Studi)
- Good understanding of trigonometry
- Knowledge of Polyworks or 3DCS an asset
- Knowledge in Alignment and metrology
- Proficient with NX
- Creative, Innovative
- Good synthesis Skills
- Leadership and good interpersonal skills
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Special Considerations:
Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.
Benefits statement:
MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.
Equal opportunity statement:
MDA Ltd. is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
